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DILBERT ScottAdams PEARLSBEFORESWINE StephanPastis PICKLES BrianCrane BABYBLUES JerryScott&RickKirkman THEDUPLEX GlennMcCoy ZITS JerryScott&JimBorgman SHERMAN'SLAGOON JimToomey ARGYLESWEATER ScottHilburn BIZARRO DanPiraro DEARAMY»Ihavebeen "best friends" with a nev- er-married woman for 25 years. She does not like to cook and, consequently, eats poorly. My husband and I invite her to join us for a meal at least once a week, if not more. We enjoy her company and I know she gets lonely. She is well-off financially, which brings me to my question: How can I stop feeling resentful that she never reciprocates by treating us to a meal out? Not only does she never host us, but she never even brings a bottle of wine to share. A couple of years ago she offered to pay for a steak dinner at a restaurant. When the bill arrived, she gave my husband money for the steaks and we ended up paying the bar tab (she also drank). I feel petty parsing our friendship, but I'm start- ing to "keep score" and I don't like that. —Hospitableto a Point DEAR HOSPITABLE » Feed- ing a friend more than once a week exceeds the average bounds of hospi- tality; it seems you have veered into territory that might be more like family than a typical host/guest relationship. There are multiple solutions that might help you mitigate your grow- ing resentment. You can talk to your friend and simply ask her to bring over a bottle of wine, a dessert or ingredi- ents for her favorite meal. This only requires that you be brave enough to ask for what you want. Assign a job — wheth- er it is meal prep or cleaning up. This would engage her more in your effort (and might teach her some kitchen skills). Cut in half the number of dinners you host for her (this should cut your resentment in half). Alternatively, you can simply choose to always be generous. Understand and accept that this is built in to your relation- ship with this person, and simply make a decision to feel good about it. Your generosity is something laudable about you, and so you should celebrate it. DEAR AMY » "Carol" wanted to judge parents who let their young chil- dren be entertained with "screens." I would ask everyone to remember that you are seeing only one small part of that child's day. My daughter was so active that my boss called her "the electron." I spent hours every day playing with her, chasing after her, talking with her and doing all of those "good parent" things. I also spent the first two years of her life try- ing to figure out some way to keep her seated and quiet at (family- friendly!) restaurants, with zero success — even coloring books and games triggered happy shrieks and (loud) chat- ter. So when I discovered Elmo could buy us 30 minutes of blessed si- lence, I could have kissed the furry little guy. — Laura DEAR LAURA » Exactly. But hands off Elmo — he's mine! Friend's meals are stretching the bounds of hospitality You can contact Amy Dickinson via email: askamy@tribpub.com and follow her on Twitter @askingamy. Amy Dickinson Ask Amy Sudoku Instructions:Theobjectistoplacethe numbers1to9intheemptysquaresso thateachrow,eachcolumnandeach 3x3boxcontainsthenumberonlyonce. AnswertoPreviousPuzzle CelebrityCipher ByLuisCampos Instructions:CelebrityCiphercryptogramsarecreatedfromquotationsbyfamouspeople, pastandpresent.Eachletterinthecipherstandsforanother. NEACrossword Gemini(May21-June20) — Go it alone if you can't find people who share your interests and concerns. Trust in your judgment, not in someone else's words or actions. Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Include the people you feel most comfortable with in an enjoy- able activity. Devote your time to nurturing relationships and building a strong home base. Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Focus on protecting your cash and integrity if you get involved in a group endeavor. Charitable donations should not be made. You cannot buy respect. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Go over your notes and prepare what you want to say before you decide to spar with someone who disagrees with you. Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 23) — Put greater emphasis on the direction you want to pur- sue. Make positive changes to where and how you live and the people you surround yourself with. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) — Don't wrestle with fear. Face your demons head-on in order to attain your chosen goal. You will shine at group functions and attract interest in your concerns and projects. Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) — You'll be given false information. Don't make a deci- sion until you feel comfortable. Emotional blackmail is apparent. Personal change will bring you the most satisfaction. Update your wardrobe. Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Attend a function that will allow you to promote something you want to pursue. Your dedi- cation and passion will entice investors. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 19) — Take action and bring about changes that will add to your security and make your sur- roundings more conducive to your lifestyle. Romance should be a priority. Pisces (Feb. 20-March 20) — Take one step at a time. Don't let anyone interfere in your private affairs. Problems with your home or someone you live with will cause emotional turmoil. Aries (March 21-April 19) — Plan to have fun. Traveling, learning and sharing experi- ences with someone you love will improve your life, but don't take unnecessary risks. Make sure you pay attention to rules and regulations. Taurus (April 20-May 20) — You'll make a difference to any group you join or cause you take up. Your ability to push for what you want and to get things done will make a lasting impression. Horoscope By Eugenia Last SATURDAY, JUNE 11 | YOURDAILYBREAK | REDBLUFFDAILYNEWS.COM SATURDAY, JUNE 11, 2016 4 B